和田神社 is a Shinto shrine located in the town of Ryogoku, Shiga Prefecture, dedicated to the kami of the Ando family and rice paddies. The shrine's architecture reflects traditional Japanese design with a distinctive vermilion torii gate and a roofed main hall. Ando no Okami, the primary enshrined deity, is revered as a patron of agriculture and prosperity.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Ando no Okami
- Kami enshrined
- Ando no Okami, Ama-no-habaki, Inari, Ukanose-yamato-tsu-kuni-no-mikoto
- Coordinates
- 35.0283793, 136.0576561
Visitor tip
For visitors seeking a deeper connection with nature, take a stroll through the nearby Ando no Okami Shrine Garden, where beautifully landscaped rice paddies create a serene atmosphere.
Cultural notes
The shrine is associated with the Japanese mythology of rice cultivation and fertility. During the autumnal festival, visitors are believed to receive good luck and prosperity for their agricultural endeavors.
Historical note
Established in the 8th century during the Nara period.